IP Patent Prosecution Specialist

Location: Washington, District of Columbia office with a hybrid in-office/remote working schedule

Salary: $75,400–$120,550 for positions in Seattle, WA; final compensation may vary based on experience, expertise, business needs, and market factors.

Company

hirify.global is a global law firm with offices across North America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.

What you will do

• Prepare and file new patent applications, Information Disclosure Statements, preliminary amendments, and formalities with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Prepare client reporting letters and correspondence concerning formalities, Official Actions, Notices of Allowance, and Letters Patent.
• Prepare and file documents for international and foreign national patent applications with WIPO International Bureau and foreign patent offices.
• Analyze PTO-issued documents, including filing receipts, assignment documents, and certificates of correction, for accuracy.
• Transcribe written and verbal instructions, produce prosecution documents and reports, proofread and redline materials, and assemble and distribute filings.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 3–5 years of relevant patent prosecution experience; equivalent education and experience combinations may be considered.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work and balance multiple projects and assignments.
• Ability to work under pressure and participate effectively in a team environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Proficiency in CPI Patent, MS Office, WorkSite, Adobe Acrobat, Legal MacPac, Outlook, Office Communicator, and iManage.
• Flexibility with overtime is required.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid working arrangement with office-based work in Washington, D.C.
• Medical coverage with a variety of plans.
• Health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts and domestic partner coverage.
• Parental leave, vacation, and holiday leave.
• Life and accident insurance, sick leave, salary continuation, and long-term disability coverage.